Philip Locke
ActingAbout Philip Locke
Educated at St Marylebone Central School. Began as a professional actor at the Oldham Repertory Theatre in 1954. Attended RADA. Performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Performed with the National Theatre. Performed at the Royal Court Theatre. Was nominated for Broadway's 1975 Tony Award as Best Supporting or Featured Actor (Dramatic) for "Sherlock Holmes".
Philip Locke Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Philip Locke reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 42 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Philip Locke's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 55% of Philip Locke's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Virtuoso, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Philip Locke Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Philip Locke's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Philip Locke has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Wilde | Judge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | This World, Then the Fireworks | Marty Lakewood's Father | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | Othello | 1st Senator | Average | Similar → |
| 1994 | Jacob | Wahrsager | Hit | Similar → |
| 1994 | Tom & Viv | Charles Haigh-Wood | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Turbulence | Vic | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Jekyll & Hyde | Editor | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Virtuoso | Wilfred Stiff | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Stealing Heaven | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Mr Jolly Lives Next Door | Sir Larry | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Secret Garden | Pitcher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | The Inquiry | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | And the Ship Sails On | Il Primo Ministro | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Ascendancy | Dr Strickland | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | The Disappearance of Harry | Guthfrithson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ivanhoe | Grand Master | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Doctor Who: Four to Doomsday | Bigon | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Dead Man's Kit | Cmdr. Lloyd | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | Porridge | Banyard | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | Escape to Athena | Vogel | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Butterflies Don't Count | O'Neil | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | She Fell Among Thieves | Acorn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | True Patriot | The Church Superintendent | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Portable Phonograph | The Book Lover | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Antony and Cleopatra | Agrippa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Hitler: The Last Ten Days | Hanske | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | A Day Out | Gregory Wilkins | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Fiction Makers | Frug | Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | The Crossfire | Vedoni | Flop | Similar → |
| 1965 | Thunderball | Vargas | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Face of a Stranger | John Bell | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Hamlet at Elsinore | Osric | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Father Came Too! | Stan | Average | Similar → |
| 1963 | On the Run | Dave Hughes | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Incident at Midnight | Foster | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | The Girl on the Boat | Bream Mortimer | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Follow That Man | Vicar | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Bulldog Breed | Teddy Boy in Cinema Fight (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1960 | The Cupboard | Bert | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | A Night Out | Kedge | Hit | Similar → |
| 1958 | Heart of a Child | 1st Soldier | Hit | Similar → |
| 1956 | Cloak Without Dagger | 1st Soldier | Super Hit | Similar → |
Philip Locke - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Philip Locke?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Philip Locke is "Virtuoso" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Philip Locke acted in?
Philip Locke has been featured in at least 42 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Philip Locke?
Other notable films include "The Cupboard", "Butterflies Don't Count", and "Mr Jolly Lives Next Door".